I dont know whats more rare, seeing a highend copy of one of these books or any one of them actually going up for sale. Here, we list what the worlds top 10 comic books are worth in mint condition, using data from nostomania, which. Aug 20, 2019 the selection of the most valuable comic books of all time contains some of the most recognizable characters with an emphasis on their first appearances. It is made with 18karat white gold and has 120 carats of vvs1 grade diamonds studded into it and its display case is. With ebay, you dont have to choose sides, because we have plenty of any option. Now some comics that contain first appearances from a less know characters at the time, that were not pushed had by marvel or dc, can actually get more on auction if they are in mint co. Feb 27, 2020 here are the most expensive comic books seen on pawn stars. Which is the most expensive superman comic of all time.
Top 10 most expensive comic books in the world world most. This page will deal with the most valuable of all, golden age comic books. The 10 most expensive comicbooks ever movies empire. The most expensive books in the world readers digest. This is the secondyoungest comic book on this list, being only a year older than the number next most expensive comic in the world. Here, then, are the twentyfive most valuable individual batman comic books, based on the prices as of december 2015 on the awesomely useful. Thanks to the constantly growing success of superhero movies, marvel has been cashing in on the big screen versions of their comic book characters for the last decade. Not to mention an auction house record as the most expensive comic book ever. May 1939 although detective comics is the longest continuously published comic book in us history. American comic book series is a best comic book that was introduced in the world in 1938. At the time of its release, le million won a place in the guinness book of records for being the most exclusive and most expensive phone in the world. Slide 1 of 7 hot toys hulkbuster hot toys limited is a hong kong manufacturer of.
The 10 most valuable comic books in the world business. Top 50 most valuable comic books from the bronze age. The list of comic books and figures mentioned below have been compiled from various sources around. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the. Top five most expensive original us comic art sold at auction as of 2020. Without further ado, here is screen rant s list of the 10 most expensive dc comic books. Top 10 most valuable comic books of all time youtube. While wed all like to hold out hope there is a nm 9. The worlds most expensive comic book art and why prices. This was the most expensive book ever sold when it. What is the most expensive us comic book art sold at auction. Action comics 1 for the first time features superman who took the whole world by storm.
Heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only. In an attempt to bring in new comic readers, funnies, inc. Batman has become one of the most popular comic book characters of all time since his creation over 70 years ago. The incredible hulk, issue 1, is the 10th most expensive comic book ever sold. Take a piece of oldtimey comic book history, add the debut of marvels firstever mutant and you get a grand investment or a prize for only a handful of collectors out there. The quality of the issue proved to be the deciding factor in its value, with several comics in a modern readers collection likely to fall below a 9. Clearly, some of these items may not, and probably do not exist in that grade. The first appearance of the dark knight from 1939, created by bob kane and bill finger, is a book all comic book lovers would want to own. Most comic book lovers pledge allegiance to either dc comicsfeaturing that famous alien from krypton and aquaman, among many othersor marvel comics, which gave us the webslinging spiderman, the new mutants and patriotic captain america. This success may be due to the fact that, unlike most costumed crime fighters, batman has no superhuman powers.
Even though marvel books arent generally as valuable as their dc counterparts, if you happen to have a wellkept copy of any of these issues, take care of it, because it could help pay for your retirement. We will say that the golden age begins in 1938 and ends in 1956, when the silver age began. The 10 most expensive phones in the world 2020 wealthy. The books on this list are like a total solar eclipse in that they only appear every now and then. Swooping in almost at the last second to win the holy grail issue, the top bidder will now own the most expensive comic book. Please only report missing issues after attempting a thorough search, and do not submit false information. He and his twin brother operate two blogs dedicated to science fiction and fantasy films, the geek twins and film sketchr.
The 10 most expensive comic books of alltime money inc. List of most expensive books and manuscripts wikipedia. It is the most expensive comic book of the world ever sold as it was sold for the. The dates of composition of the books range from the 7thcentury quran leaf palimpsest and the early 8th century. Ever since supermans first appearance in 1938, comic books have. Slide 1 of 7 hot toys hulkbuster hot toys limited is a hong kong manufacturer of highly detailed action figures. Its long been the most expensive comic book published in the 1980s. It is still possible that there are even more expensive comic books out there waiting to be uncovered. Stories history top 10 most expensive us comic books.
Values of conan the savage magazine free comic book values. Sep 10, 2012 the worlds most expensive comic book art and why prices keep climbing action comics no. May 1939 although detective comics is the longest continuously published comic book in us history, the most iconic issue, and most valuable single comic of all. Oct 28, 2015 the 10 most valuable marvel comics in the world. Originally printed in 1794, the first book of urizen is one of the major pieces and some say the most important in blakes series of. With each pricing update we compute and show here the 100 most valuable comic books. In addition to being the first appearance of the beloved character, batmans early detective comics appearances are notable for giving readers a rare look at a more brutal batman, willing to use deadly force and even firearms his hatred of guns, which goes handinhand with. The most expensive comic book in the world youtube. Top 60 most valuable comic books from the modern age. This card was once considered one of the top five most expensive baseball cards in the world. Apr 15, 2018 the incredible hulk, issue 1, is the 10th most expensive comic book ever sold. Here are the most expensive comic books seen on pawn stars. The worlds most expensive comic book art and why prices keep climbing action comics no.
We hope you enjoyed our list of the 20 most expensive comic books in the world. The 10 most expensive books in the world flavorwire. Scroll down to read about seven of the most expensive marvel toys on the market. This website uses cookies to ensure you get the best experience on our website. Below is a list of the ten most expensive comic book sales of alltime, on a pertitle basis. Luckily, many of these are available on the internet, and its actually pretty fascinating to see how old books and first editions are pricedits sort of like the art world, in that its not always clear why something is valuable. From the most expensive superman comic to the most expensive spiderman comic, the higher profile the superhero, the more valuable the issue. The 20 most expensive comic books ever sold da card world. Maurice mitchell is a sciencefiction and comic book critic, blogger, and journalist.
The auction broke several records, including the most expensive marvel comic ever sold at public auction, equally making a record at the auction house. Feb 21, 2016 below is a list of the ten most expensive comic book sales of alltime, on a pertitle basis. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020 wealthy. The ongoing comic book series was created by stan lee and jack kirby in 1962.
When you have a little extra cash burning a hole in your pocket, its always a good idea to spend it on a book. Though this particular card has lost its foothold in our top five, he still makes the top ten, and another babe ruth is higher on the list. However, we do believe that there is a direct link cpmic gum disease and erectile dysfunction. Jan 16, 2019 scroll down to read about seven of the most expensive marvel toys on the market. By being one of the most popular comic book characters ever, the earliest batman comic books have become increasingly valuable over the years. Aug 12, 2018 take a piece of oldtimey comic book history, add the debut of marvels firstever mutant and you get a grand investment or a prize for only a handful of collectors out there. The 20 most expensive comic books in the world 2020. Muhammad ali in pawn stars 15th season, a guy named david brings in a copy of the dc comic superman vs.
One, its the issue right after spidey got his own book. The 10 most valuable comic books in the world today. However, instead of ending the comic book so soon, peter parker, the science guy, concocts some chemicals to fuse ocks metal arms. Oct 26, 2015 without further ado, here is screen rant s list of the 10 most expensive dc comic books. Please practice handwashing and social distancing, and check out our resources for adapting to these times. Dec 12, 2019 heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only a dime. The phone was designed by emmanuel gueit, a jewellery and watch designer. Which are the 100 most valuable comic books from the golden age. The 10 most valuable marvel comics in the world therichest. Perhaps the hottest collectible comic book in recent years has been the first appearance of the. Please fill out the following form to report an issue missing from the database. Heres the most expensive comic books in existence, and boy i tell you, i remember the old days, when comic books and a soda pop were only a dime. View market values for books, store your collection, and meet fellow comic fans.
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